The Lynchburg Chapter of the NAACP, Unit 7088, announces the availability of it 2025 Ethel M. Brown Scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who plan to pursue study beyond a high school education. The scholarship packets must be postmarked no later than midnight, June 5, 2025. (The deadline has been extended)
The scholarships awarded will be aligned with the NAACP’s mission and objectives. The recipients must be of African descent, and the financial needs of the students will be considered. The funds may be used to purchase tuition, fees, supplies, books, or other expenses required to further your education at your institution of choice.
Adobe Launches $6M Film and TV Fund to Support Underrepresented CreatorsHollywood ReporterJanuary 16, 2024
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Virginia NAACP Denounces the Rise of Racial Intimidation in Virginia
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Black entrepreneurs reflect on business since NAACP conventionWGBHJanuary 4, 2024
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OPINION: Did Harvard Betray Dr. Claudine Gay?BETJanuary 4, 2024
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The under-the-radar political issues of 2024Washington PostJanuary 3, 2024
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Head of NAACP to speak at Union as part of MLK celebrationUnion CollegeJanuary 3, 2024
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Judge allows Mississippi to create state-run court in Black-majority capital cityThe HillJanuary 1, 2024
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Fairfax County NAACP Announces Passing of Branch President Michelle Leete
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Virginia NAACP Mourns the Loss of Michelle Leete, President of the Fairfax County Branch NAACP
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Virginia NAACP Releases Its 2024 Legislative Agenda
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